Spring 2026
Summer Adult 2026
SummerFun 2026
ACE Kids K-12
Adult Programs
Family Programs
SummerFun & Vacation Fun
What’s Happening
Adult Summer
The ACE adult summer semester starts in July. Registration is now open. Choose from a sampling of favorite and new offerings in fine arts & crafts, fitness, dance & wellness, languages, and writing. See the adult summer schedule.
Spring Semester
A handful of spring classes are still enrolling. Register or view the catalog.
SummerFun!
SummerFun is still enrolling, although it is filling quickly. The program will be held from July 6 through August 14 at Arlington High School, with nearly 200 fun and creative classes taught by experienced teachers. Children in rising grades 1–12 from Arlington and other communities are welcome. Register now or view the catalog
Materials Lists
Some adult classes require you to purchase materials. See class materials lists.
Class Locations
An automated Course Reminder email, with class times and locations, will be sent 48 hours before your class. In-person adult classes will primarily be held on Tuesday and Wednesday nights at Arlington High School and Thursday nights at Gibbs School. See the Locations page for maps that show parking and entrance information. Daytime classes will be held at the Arlington Community Center and other locations around town. Links for online classes will be included in your Course Reminder email.
Cover Art Contest
We are currently accepting submissions for our annual cover art contest. Enter up to four pieces for consideration. The winning artists will receive $250 and exposure to an audience of over 50,000 in exchange for the use of their artwork. All mediums are welcome. Open to artists of high school age and older. Submit your artwork by July 1 to be considered for the fall 2026 catalog. Find out more
Gift Certificates
Need something unique for that hard-to-shop-for friend or family member? Purchase an ACE gift certificate! The lucky recipient can use it towards tuition for adult or youth classes. Gift certificates are available in a variety of denominations and can be purchased online. Purchase gift certificates.
International Travel
Iceland 2.0: Pufflings and the Western Reaches
Trip Dates:
August 25–September 4, 2026
Iceland: A Northern Lights & Ring Road Tour
Trip Dates:
October 1–9, 2026
Find out more about our travel partner Samantha Trips
Support the ACE Scholarship Fund
Please consider helping Arlington Community Education share the gift of learning. Make a tax-deductible donation to our scholarship fund, which enables us to provide financial assistance to Arlington residents in need. Or learn how to apply for tuition assistance.
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